9-Day Egypt Heritage & Red Sea Relaxation Escape

Your journey to Egypt starts with your private guide greeting you at Cairo International Airport after your airport arrival. The service provides immediate assistance with airport arrival, baggage handling and city transportation so you can relax while preparing for your upcoming experience.

Your hotel check-in process leads to a relaxed atmosphere. The first evening of your stay serves two purposes: To help you familiarize yourself with your new environment and recover from your long flight to be ready for the coming schedule. If you feel like it, you can have a quick walk next to the Nile because the city's atmosphere transforms into a peaceful state when the sun reaches its lowest point. The sunset river color transformation creates a basic yet fulfilling beginning for your Egypt travel schedule.

Inclusions:

• Approx. 3-hour experience
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
• Private services of local guide

The day in Cairo follows a complete schedule which allows you to experience all the essential attractions at a comfortable pace. The Giza Plateau serves as the starting point where you can experience the massive Great Pyramids. Your guide provides you with the necessary background information about these large structures while showing you the hidden elements and directing you to the most suitable locations for taking photographs.

The Sphinx stands as an enigmatic guardian which protects the Giza site. The discussion will present information about the well-known image while exploring its symbolic meaning, mythological background and historical theories. You can add more photo stops for wide-angle photography and peaceful viewing areas based on crowd levels and time availability if you like taking pictures.

The tour will end at the Egyptian Museum in central Cairo for an extensive exploration of its collections. The museum houses one of the largest collections of ancient artifacts which becomes difficult to navigate without a strategy so your personal tour will show you the essential artifacts which interest you the most. The highlights section contains information about King Tutankhamun and other remarkable artifacts which link the different locations you will visit.

Inclusions:

• Private guided tour
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)

Your study of Cairo as a city which unites different time periods and cultural backgrounds continues through today. The day starts in Coptic Cairo where you can take your time to explore the area's important sites. The Hanging Church in Cairo serves as a vital early Christian landmark which shows why this location evolved into the main Christian hub for Egyptian Christians.

The Ben Ezra Synagogue stands as a vital destination that reveals the Jewish history of Cairo while showing how religious groups have developed throughout the Nile River region. The historical value of these sites coexists with their peaceful atmosphere. Moreover, it provides a soothing experience compared to the massive pyramids and temples.

The Egyptian Museum of Islamic Art (also known as the Museum of Islamic Art) becomes the afternoon destination to experience the art of craftsmanship. The museum collections showcase artistic craftsmanship through their display of calligraphy, ceramics, textiles and metalwork which document the artistic aspects of daily existence, religious rituals and building construction from different time periods.

You can modify this day by adding a brief market exploration and coffee break and extended time in any museum section which interests you most among art design, religion and cultural history.

Inclusions:

• Private guided tour
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)

Travel to Luxor, which is considered the world's largest outdoor historical site. The scenery transforms when you depart from Cairo because the entire journey experience undergoes a complete transformation. The city of Luxor enables you to experience ancient Egyptian history through its combination of historical temples and monuments alongside contemporary Nile River life.

The first stop should be Karnak Temple. The pharaonic world's religious, architectural and political connections can be found there. The experience of walking through its large courtyards and high columns stands as a core Egyptian experience. Your guide will explain the meaning of all visual elements that include symbolic elements, construction stages and historical accounts about the rulers who grew the site through different time periods.

The site then leads to Luxor Temple which stands along the Nile River banks. The most rewarding time to visit the site occurs during sunset because the stone temperature rises and the atmosphere transforms into a more captivating environment. The current situation provides an ideal opportunity to slow down. You can fully experience the environment while inquiring about things and noticing all the small elements that could be missed if you were part of a big group.

Your guide can recommend dinner places in Luxor which match the evening atmosphere by offering casual river views or upscale dining experiences.

Inclusions:

• Flight to Luxor
• Private guided tour
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)

Your journey today leads you to Luxor's West Bank where royal burial sites and breathtaking desert landscapes provide an unmissable experience. The Valley of the Kings serves as the final resting place for Egypt's ruling pharaohs who held the highest positions of power. The tomb walls present a vibrant display of colors and symbolic images which reveal how people in ancient times understood the process of dying and what came after death.

The tomb of Tutankhamun stands as a major attraction. This Egyptian historical figure has become world-renowned. Your guide provides essential information about this site's importance which includes both the tomb discovery narrative and its position within the political and religious framework of that time.

The Temple of Hatshepsut stands as an architectural wonder which architects constructed directly into the mountain face. The story becomes more interesting than the dramatic setting that shows Hatshepsut ruling as a female leader in a society where men typically held power. The temple built by Hatshepsut demonstrates her desire for power through its artistic design.

Inclusions:

• Private guided tour
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)

Today, the schedule continues from Luxor to Hurghada on the Red Sea. Your private driver will drive you through the road network. The rest of your day becomes available for you to relax after you arrive at your destination and finish your resort check-in. 

The beach provides a perfect spot to relax while you can swim in the clear waters or take in the beautiful scenery. It definitely creates a perfect difference from your archaeological exploration in Cairo and Luxor.

Inclusions:

• Private transport to Hurghada
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
• Resort check-in and leisure time

Spend your entire day exploring both the surface and underwater areas of the Red Sea. Snorkeling or diving allows you to discover the colorful coral reefs and marine species of an area of the most famous oceanic attractions. 

The trip includes a stop at Giftun Island which offers visitors to explore its calm waters and peaceful beach environment between their snorkeling activities.

Inclusions:

• Snorkeling or diving excursion
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
• Equipment and guide

You will spend your morning in Cairo before you move to explore the Islamic-era landmarks that the city offers. 

The Citadel provides you with historic fortress views which enable you to see the entire capital city. Additionally, together with your guide, you will visit the Muhammad Ali Mosque to see its Ottoman-inspired building design and its beautiful interior spaces. 

Lastly, you can head to Islamic Cairo to experience the ancient charm which makes this historic area one of Cairo's most significant neighborhoods.

Inclusions:

• Private guided tour
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)

During your last day in Egypt, you can visit Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This historic market operates as one of the Middle East's most active and ancient bazaars. The area allows you to find souvenirs, traditional crafts, jewelry and spices while you experience the local atmosphere. 

Following your Khan El Khalili Bazaar exploration, you will travel to the airport to take your flight back home. Your final destination will bring back multiple strong memories such as viewing the pyramids, exploring Luxor temples, navigating through Nile villages and discovering Cairo's historical development. We hope this memories are a motivation to start planning your next adventure with Tailored by Locals.

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
• Last-minute shopping support